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Hostels in Kyoto, Japan

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Popular hostels in Kyoto

Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 5,764 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on mayo 16, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is $40/night.
These hostels are among the most popular properties in the Kyoto area. Users seeking more options can adjust the settings in the search form at the top of the page.
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256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Situated in the popular hub of Central Kyoto, R Star Hostel Kyoto is within walking distance of several attractions in the local area. It also provides complimentary Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
1863 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
Piece Hostel Kyoto is located in Kyoto and offers guests free Wi-Fi. It is set amongst a variety of dining options and is within a 10-minute walk of Kyoto Train Station.
Free Wi-Fi
9.2
Excellent
1775 reviews
Location
1.6 mi from city centre
460 Timber-Cho, Higashi-in, Kawahara-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
Situated in the popular hub of Central Kyoto, Shizuya KYOTO is within walking distance of several tourist attractions in the local area. It offers free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and a swimming pool.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
488 reviews
Location
1.2 mi from city centre
Ukyo-ku, Uzumasa, Nakayama-Cho 29, Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel provides a comfortable setting while in Kyoto. It also offers free Wi-Fi, meeting rooms and bicycle rental.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
726 reviews
Location
4.0 mi from city centre
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
Ryokan Hostel Gion provides a comfortable setting when in Kyoto. It also offers luggage storage, free Wi-Fi and a concierge.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
1259 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
449-2, Hachikencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Less than 20 minutes' stroll from Gion-Shijo Train Station, Shiki Shiki Higashiyama provides guests with an ideal base when visiting Kyoto. Guests can also make use of free wireless internet throughout their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
7.5
Good
391 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
15, SujakuShokaicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
The hostel is situated in Kyoto and is close to Kyoto Tower. It is conveniently positioned for guests wishing to visit the area's popular attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
447 reviews
Location
1.8 mi from city centre
115, Ichibecho, Nishi Shichijo, Kyoto, Japan
This hostel is conveniently located in Central Kyoto and provides its guests with a swimming pool. It also offers free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
9.8
Excellent
532 reviews
Location
2.1 mi from city centre
Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
Offering 4-star accommodation, Guest House Oumi is conveniently situated in Central Kyoto. It also offers free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
9.3
Excellent
668 reviews
Location
1.6 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Kyoto

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Kyoto. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on mayo 16, 2024.
Cheapest month:February
Most expensive month:November
Average price in Kyoto:$40/night
Cheapest price found:$14/night
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Friday
$20 - $115
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$20 - $91
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Kyoto hostels

Browse through properties in Kyoto that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,764 properties in Kyoto and data was last updated on mayo 16, 2024.
Our users rated these hostels as some of the best places to stay in Kyoto. Learn why these hostels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
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709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$32
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
65-2, Masuya-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$67
Avg. per night
30-3 Higashimarutacho, Kyoto, Japan
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$26
Avg. per night
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
22-5 Chudoji Yabunouchicho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$1,078
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$33
Avg. per night
418 Naya Cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$22
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

Discover affordable stays in Kyoto that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kyoto can be found for as low as $16 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Haruya Umekoji is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on mayo 16, 2024
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Kyoto we've come across for the dates selected. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
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1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$16
Avg. per night
96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$16
Avg. per night
931-1 Kitahira, Ōtsu, Japan
16.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$16
Avg. per night
370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$17
Avg. per night
2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto, Japan
4.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$17
Avg. per night
542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$18
Avg. per night
Ukyo-ku Saiinsanzocho 22 2nd Floor, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$20
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Kyoto

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Kyoto to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Kyoto at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on mayo 16, 2024.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
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2 stars and under
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
3 stars
3 stars
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan

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Other accommodations in Kyoto

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Kyoto. There are 5,764 properties in Kyoto and price data was last updated on mayo 16, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is $40/night.
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11 Takahana-cho Umegahata Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
4.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air Conditioning
$59
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.9 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
$52
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.1 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$50
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
0.8 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
$58
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kyoto

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Kyoto to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on mayo 16, 2024.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Kyoto area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. More information on a given hostel can be accessed by clicking the hostel's name within the map.

Facts about staying in Kyoto

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kyoto to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on mayo 16, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    On average, it’s $40/night for a hostel in Kyoto, though $37/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $14/night in Kyoto. Try to avoid booking your hostel in November (the most expensive month). Booking in May (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    Based on our data, Piece Hostel Kyoto is the best Kyoto hostel, with a rating of 9.2/10 from 1,775 reviews.

  • What area of Kyoto is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Kyoto, 2% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Shimogyo in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. R Star Hostel Kyoto is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Kamigamo Shrine?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Kamigamo Shrine while in Kyoto, then opt for the popular Hostel Niniroom with a 8.6/10 review score from 592 users. The distance from Kamigamo Shrine to Hostel Niniroom is 3.1 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Kyoto is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

  • Does Kyoto have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Kyoto has 25 hostels with “Air-conditioned” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Piece Hostel Sanjo is the most popular Kyoto hostel with this amenity.

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